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November 27, 2013 Issue No. 11

Every Christmas looks like the department stores moved their inventory into our living room! However, those who give and receive all the Christmas stuff are no closer to each other than they are without all the things of Christmas. In fact, the material part of Christmas, the gifts that exchange hands, often piles up higher barriers between people. The old saying still holds true - You can’t but love. So how can we reintroduce the spiritual into a season that has sold out to materialism? How can we bring community into a time of year that has become lost to commodity?

Before going any further, I offer this important disclaimer. My name is not Ebenezer Scrooge and I am not trying to kill the spirit of Christmas. That said, I add that what is good for the economy is not necessarily good for Christianity. Economic self-interest and the gospel of Jesus Christ often are in direct conflict; that is, when we are able to hear the gospel above the shopping mall music and credit card charge-ups. While Santa Claus may be the savior of the economy, Jesus Christ is the savior of the creation. What is good for the economy is not always good for the creation - especially when the economy calls for excessive consumption and the creation groans for conservative stewardship.

No, I’m not calling for a boycott of Christmas or suggesting we put up detour signs for Santa. However, what would Christmas look like if instead of concentrating on possessions we focused on people? Instead of giving things, we gave ourselves? Instead of greater consumption, we promoted greater community? Instead of following Santa, we dared to follow Jesus?

Let me offer a few glimpse at Christmases future if such a radical strategy were followed. Scene #1: A couple gives their elderly mother a gift certificate for a catered dinner for her and three bridge playing friends. The giving couple prepares and serves the meal themselves. While Santa does his thing solo, Jesus does his things with others, eating and celebrating with friends. People over possessions and giving ourselves over giving things define this gift. Scene #2: A grandfather, unable to be with his grandchildren over the holidays, records himself reading the story of Jesus’ birth in Luke’s Gospel and “Twas the Night Before Christmas” and sends the recording to his grandchildren. Although absent in body he is able to be present in spirit and voice. That grandpa’s voice will live on in his grandchildren’s Christmas Eve memoires. Jesus is not physically with us this Christmas but his voice still speaks Community over consumption defines this gift. Scene #3: Teenage brothers and sisters rack their brains over what to get their mom and dad who have just about everything. There are always the old standbys - perfume and a tie. But the fragrance does not last and the tie will eventually end up in a rummage sale somewhere. What about an alternative gift? A donation to a charity in their parents’ name! The fragrance of charity will long outlive the fragrance of Chanel. Scene #4: Grown siblings wonder what to get their eldest brother who is known as a practical joker. Through elaborate planning and frequent phone calls, the siblings devise the ultimate practical joke on this one who has a passion for humor. The memory of their gift brings laughter to his soul throughout the year.

What would Christmas look like if we truly believed that “the greatest of these is love” and instead of focusing on consumption we focused on community? It is easier to give things than to give ourselves. Giving ourselves requires work. But the personal gifts are the lasting ones. The first Christmas was all about God giving himself to us. In the Spirit of Christ should we not give ourselves to each other as we celebrate his birth? Think about it as we joyfully prepare for Christ’s birth. Blessings, Dan

Christmas Eve Services - Tuesday, December 24

5:00p.m. - A Family Celebration Our annual family oriented worship service for children, parents, and grandparents!

8:00 p.m. -Traditional Candlelight Worship with Covenant Choir 10:00 p.m. - Traditional Candlelight Worship, Communion and Covenant Choir

SECOND SHARING . . . Preaching Schedule, Cantata, Christmas Pageant, Forum, Live Nativity, Grief Class PAGE 2

SUNDAY FORUM SCHEDULE The following Forum classes will meet on Sundays (9:40-10:40 a.m.) December 1 - Lexington City Planning Led by Derrick Paulson December 8– Historian and Author Led by David King December 15– Christmas Music Led by Glenn and Nancy Brown and others December 22– Heifer Project Video & Christmas Cookies December 29 - No Forum

Upcoming Sunday Preaching Schedule

December 1: Griffin Phillips

December 8: Erin Rouse December 15: Dan Hans

December 22: Christmas Cantata ]

December 24 (Christmas Eve) 5:00 p.m. - Family Service - Erin Rouse and Missy Wallace 8:00 p.m. - Traditional Service - Dan Hans 10:00 p.m. - Traditional Service - Dan Hans December 29: Erin Rouse 11:00 a.m. - ONE SERVICE ONLY (No Sunday School) January 5: Dan Hans

Christmas Cantata Sunday , December 22 8:30 and 11:00 a.m. Services

"Come Ye Faithful" A Service of Carols

arranged by Hal H. Hopson

This cantata includes arrangements of familiar carols such as "We Three Kings" and some less familiar carols including "On Jordan's Bank the Baptist's Cry" and "Shepherds, Shake Off Your Drowsy Sleep." The work will be performed by the Covenant Choir, Carillon Handbell Choir, string quartet, flute, harp, percussion, piano and organ. Invite your friends and family!

KIDS FOR THE KINGDOM CHRISTMAS PAGEANT Though The Eyes Of The Friendly Beast

Have you ever wondered what the animals were thinking when Jesus was born? Now you can find out! Come join us for our annual Christmas Pageant!

This year’s pageant will take place on Wednesday, December 11th at 6:00 p.m. It is the Christmas story told from the perspective of the animals through traditional Christmas hymns. You don’t want to miss it! Our kids have worked really hard and are excited about telling the beautiful story of the birth of Jesus. We can’t wait to see you there!

WALK THROUGH NATIVITY Walk Through Nativity Sunday, December 15

5:30-7:30 pm

Once again, we are excited about hosting a live, walk through nativity on Sunday, December 15. The animals are ready to come (even a camel) and now we need you! We need volunteers to help with the set, join the cast (no speaking required!), help with costumes and greeting! Stop by the Gathering Place to sign up. For questions or to volunteer, please contact Julia Leopold (jleopold@lexca.org or 576-8178)

The holidays are an especially difficult time for those who recently lost loved ones. On Sunday, December 8 at 12:15 p.m., a grief support session will be held in the Campbell Room. Anyone who struggles with grief at this time of year is encouraged to attend.

Also, all Second Church members are encouraged to invite a friend or neighbor or co-worker who is currently grieving the loss of a loved one.

GRIEF SUPPORT SESSION

SECOND SHARING . . . Poinsettias, SERRV Fair, Bell Ringers, Adopt-A-Family, 12 Days of Christmas PAGE 3

SERRV & ALTERNATIVE GIFTS FAIR Thinking ahead for Christmas? If so, come to Second Church on Sunday, December 8 to purchase alternative gifts and fair trade items in the Gathering Place (Hours: 9:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.).

It’s time to order Poinsettias ($10) to place in our Sanctuary. You can also order blankets ($10) to benefit Church World Services. Proceeds benefit the Hemophilia Foundation.

Please call the church office (254-7768) to place your order or sign up on the insert on Sundays, December 1 and 8 and 15. Please note, however, that the amount given for poinsettias is not tax deductible.

POINSETTIAS AND BLANKETS

Would you like to be a “Bell Ringer” for Salvation Army this Christmas? Our dates are December 12, 13, 14 and 21 and at the Romany

Road Kroger and December 19, 20, 23, and 24 at Beaumont Kroger. Signups will be in the Gathering Place on December 1 and 8. Call Bill Fortune (255-8866) with questions.

SALVATION ARMY BELL RINGERS NEEDED

HOPE CENTER 12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS DINNER Second Church will once again participating in the 12 Days of Christmas celebration at the Hope Center by sponsoring a meal on Monday, December 30. If you would like to help prepare the meal for the evening, we will be having a prep crew at 2:30 who will work until 5:00 p.m. Dinner is served promptly at 5 p.m. and ends at 6 p.m.---this is a great activity for families with children! If you have questions, would like to help prepare the meal or serve, please contact Trey Kramer (rskramer6917@yahoo.com). Donations of two liter drinks are also needed for the meal; a table will be marked in the church dining room beginning 12/2, where you can leave the two liter bottles. (The men prefer caffeine drinks.) We interested in having music for the men during their dinner that evening; if you are a part of a small instrumental group and may be interested in volunteering your services for this time, please contact Trey! Thank you for your assistance.

BLANKETS OF HOPE As the temperatures turn colder, many of us will take the warmth of our homes for granted. The streets of Lexington are filled with those who don’t have that luxury…those who can’t get to a shelter or who won’t go to a shelter for one reason or another. With your assistance,

Blankets of Hope can give hope and warmth to those who need it. Blankets, new and old, (but clean) are desperately needed! If you have extra blankets, coats, gloves or hats, please consider donating them to Blankets of Hope. If you would like to donate money in honor/memory of a loved one or friend for Christmas, small blankets are $6 and large are $10 (we can supply you with Hope Center cards to send to those that you are honoring). If you’d like to help, please email Kirsten Kramer Carey (kirsten@firstky.com) for information regarding donations . . . any help is greatly appreciated!

THE GIVING TREE

The Giving Tree is located in the Gathering Place and you’re invited to decorate the tree for the residents of Canaan House, the Women's Recovery Center and the Men's Hope Center. Items needed include: chapstick, white socks, sock caps, gloves, personal toiletry items, laundry supplies, coffee/hot chocolate mix, toilet tissue, Kleenex, paper towels and paper napkins. We’ve also included items needed for ITN Bluegrass (Independent Transportation Network of the Bluegrass). Box of 9x12 craft (yellow) mailing envelopes, Box of #10 window envelopes (one window on left-hand side), Book/Roll of Forever Stamps, Reams of (20/24lb) copy paper.

ADOPT-A-FAMILY THIS CHRISTMAS The holidays can be a very difficult time for single parents trying to stretch a dollar further than it can possible go or for an individual with no family members. If you are looking for a way to celebrate the true meaning of Christmas, participating in the Adopt-A-Family program at Westminster Village might be just what you’re looking for! You are paired with an individual or family, (your choice), that will not be receiving gifts through any other agency and have been screened. You will be given a “wish list” which will include names, ages, sizes, etc., to help you in your shopping. Contact Evelyn Kramer (873-4700 or ebkramer55@yahoo.com) with questions. To request an adoption, contact Edith Riggs, Community Resource Team (231-0871).

SECOND SHARING . . . Member News, For The Health of It, Military Care Packages PAGE 4

MEMBER NEWS

Congratulations to Rodes Fisher and Gareth Cleland who were married on November 9.

Sympathy to Linda Crawford on the death of her brother, Don, in Dayton, Ohio.

Sympathy to the family of Glenn Ellis who died on November 5.

Tricia Gaetz on the death of her mother.

Bart Giles and his family on the death of his grandfather.

Isobel Chewing and Susan Abner and their families on the death of their father, Jack Greene.

The family of Margaret Fuller who died on November 19.

Ross DeAeth and family on the death of his father in New York.

Congratulations to Jennifer and Wes Coffman and the Coffman family who were recognized for the help they've given to Cardinal Hill Rehabilitation Hospital on National Philanthropy Day celebration held November 3 sponsored by the Association of Fundraising Professionals Bluegrass Chapter. In addition, Eliza Waller was given the Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy Award for organizing the Lexington Catholic Service Club. Congratulations to member Kathleen Richardson, who was recognized recently by ITNAmerica as the NATIONAL winner of its Max and Helen Israelite Volunteer of the Year award. Each ITN affiliate can nominate a volunteer and one is chosen by the Israelite family as the national winner.

Special thanks to Bob Elliott and Glenn Brown for making the shelves at the rear of the sanctuary under the balcony to hold the bible scene knelling cushions.

FOR THE HEALTH OF IT Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts

Colossians 3:15 The holidays are often filled with temptations to let healthy habits go. Keeping expectations realistic and following most of your healthy habits will make getting back on track in January easier. Give yourself freedom to enjoy without losing control. The best gift you can give yourself--peace and permission to say No! As obligations and invitations pile up it is OK to turn some down in favor of some quiet time and renewal. Save the Dates

• Wednesday, December 4 from 4:00-6:00 p.m. Best Friends Adult Day Center is holding a special Open House for Second Presbyterian Church! Come have a sneak peak at their new facility 5220 Grey Oak Lane (located in Brannon Crossing). • Wednesday, December 11 at 12:00 noon Second Halfers Christmas Lunch. Come for fellowship, carols, and shared Christmas memories. Everyone is encouraged to bring a photo of a Christmastime from the 1950s and if you wish a favorite dessert. RSVP to the church office.

Jackie Graves, Parish Nurse

Looking for an interesting and challenging way to provide additional “Second Mile” service to our church family? If so, you may be interested in joining the Sanctuary Audio/Video Team in enhancing our worship service through excellent sound quality and in producing high quality video recordings for home and internet use. Visit us in the back row of the balcony on Sunday morning for a tour and/or contact Ron Brown (859-272-1985) if interested.

ANOTHER “SECOND MILE” OPPORTUNITY

MILITARY CARE PACKAGES Military Missions sends care packages to all of our deployed military all year long. A list of items can be found at www.militarymissions.org. It’s sad to think some of our men and women never receive a care package, until one arrives from Military Missions. A thank you note I received brought tears to my eyes.

Please show your appreciation and thank our men and women for their service. They are in harms way as they defend our freedom. Thank you, Jeanie Lee

SECOND SHARING . . . Small Group, Justice Ministry, Second Movies, Second Halfers Lunch PAGE 5

SECOND MOVIES All are invited to join us the first week of every month for “Second Movies!” Join us Friday, December 6 at 1:00 p.m. in the Youth Room as we plan to watch Lincoln (new one). Popcorn will be provided (or bring your own snacks).

Do you want to explore the idea of “Call”, but don’t have time for one more meeting? Would you like to be part of a multi-generational group discussing “Call” in our lives? As a follow-up to the September Pace-Warren Speaker, Doug Wysockey-Johnson, Colette Crown is starting a new Small Group named “Second Call.” Other than an initial face-to-face meeting, the group will meet via a closed FaceBook group. You will be able to participate at any time that is convenient for you, whether that be 8 AM, 7 PM or 2 AM! We really hope that this will bring together a diverse group of people at different stages of life. Our first meeting will be Sunday, January 12th, 12:15 at The Village Host. It is very important that you be present at the first meeting. Regretfully, you will not be able to participate otherwise. At this meeting we will outline and agree on ground rules for the group interaction and lay the foundation of trust and respect that is vital to a small group. We may possibly reopen the group at a later date.

We will use Doug’s book, Called Together as the starting point for our discussion (cost - $11.00). The book will be ordered after our first meeting. Colette Crown will serve as moderator and will supplement the discussion with materials from other sources. Lakshman has agreed to serve as the administrator of the FaceBook page.

If this intrigues you, we hope to see you on January 12th. If you have any questions before then, call Colette (859-361-1315).

The Lord loves righteousness and justice; the earth is full of his unfailing love. Psalm 33:5

....Now the research process (described in last month's Second Sharing) begins with Second Church hosting BUILD's Research to Action Kickoff December 9. Interested Justice Ministry members from BUILD's 24 interfaith congregations will gather to organize research teams. Thanks again to Linda Alexander for already committing to serving on this year's "new" justice issue, Crime and Drugs, committee. Attendees will also have an opportunity to join the existing Payday Lending committee to work with 60+ diverse KY organizations in developing a strategy for the 2014 legislative session to end this usury. In 2012, more than 5,000 Kentuckians were trapped in 30 or more payday loans. One may also join the untiring Affordable Housing Trust Fund team as they enter the 6th year of advocating for the nearly 28,000 working poor families in Fayette CO waiting for our city council to support an imperative AHTF. Currently, a minimum wage employee needs to work 74 hrs. weekly to afford the average $700 rent for a 2 bedroom apt. ‘Go the Second Mile' in active service with Second’s Justice Ministry Team to DO JUSTICE as we work toward the vision of what God intends our city to be for all His children. Contact Fredda or Bill Moody, Bobbie Brown, Carroll Tarvin, Faith Shore, Jim Drahovzal or Judy Maxson to learn more.

JUSTICE MINISTRY NEWS

SECOND “HALFERS” CHRISTMAS LUNCH “Second Halfers” Christmas Lunch will be held on Wednesday, December 11 at 12:00 noon in the Forum Room. Come for fellowship, carols, shared Christmas memories; bring a photo of a Christmastime from the 1950s and a favorite dessert. Call the church office (254-7768) to sign up.

“SECOND CALL” SMALL GROUP FORMING IN JANUARY

SNOW NEWS On Sundays, worship will always be held for those who can gather. However you (including teachers, choir members, etc.) are encouraged to attend only if you feel safe traveling on the roads. On Wednesdays, if Fayette County schools are cancelled, or dismissed early due to inclement weather, our programs are also cancelled (special worship services will typically be held).

SECOND SHARING . . . Birthdays, SPY (Youth Events), Volunteer Lunch PAGE 6

DECEMBER BIRTHDAYS SECOND PRESBYTERIAN YOUTH (SPY) 1. Suzanne Franklin 2. Rodes Cleland 3. Tammy Margolies, Senica Taylor 4. Jeanie Lee, Judy Kirkland, Daniel Baesler 6 Will Wilmard 9 Tambu Chirwa, Lisa Turner 10 Aubrey May, Ron Brown, Cooper Hartley,

Carol Lee, Joe Porter 11 Linda Van Meter, Billy Blue, Tom Bennington,

William Gardner 12 Eleanor Leonard 13 Bob Drake, Helen Hague, Linda Levstik,

Tanya Johnson, Matt Thornton 14 Amy Finley, 15 Eric Reid, Gordon Glenn 16 Ginger Moses, Hugh James 17 Zinnia Robinson 18 Junie Roberts, Carol Voss, Jim Varellas, Will Lyon,

Carmen Applegate, Hadley Applegate 19 Ruth Erskine, Bill Moody 21 Michelle Eads 22 Scott Walz, Sam Finley, Ben Scott,

Grace Ann Preston 23 Benjamin Hoellein 24 Elaine ugh, Tom Polites, Mariah Mowbray 27 Trish Birchfield, Nellie Little, Barb Potts,

Dixie Solomon 28 Bob Toohey, Candy Boldrey, Jesse Gabbard 30 Adam Downing, Tommy Tweed

It is my prayer that each and every one of our youth and their families continue to have a blessed and hope-filled Christmas season, and I am certainly looking forward to kicking off a New Year and new semester with the SPY family in 2014!

Upcoming Events: • CHRISTMAS LOCK-IN—Saturday, December 7, 7:00

p.m. to Sunday, December 8, 12:00 p.m. Eat dinner before you arrive but be ready for late-night snacks and plenty of food and fun! Bring your clothes for church and your sleeping bags and pillow. There will be time for mission, food, fun and fellowship!

• Wednesday, December 11: Kids for the Kingdom Christmas Pageant (6:00pm)

• Sunday, December 15: Walk Thru Live Nativity 5:30-7:30 p.m. on the grounds of Second Church • Sunday, December 22: END OF YEAR BASH Say goodbye to 2013 and hello to Winter Break!

Come spend some quality time with friends and celebrate the end of a great semester!

VOLUNTEER LUNCH On November 14 we treated some of our volunteers with a special tea. Thanks to everyone who takes time to volunteer their gifts with Second Church!

SECOND SHARING . . . Calendar, Bible Studies and More, Breakaway 2014 PAGE 7

CHURCH CALENDAR

] Women’s Saturday Discussion Women's Saturday discussion group meets each Saturday at 9:00 a.m. at the church. Please join us as we discuss The Wisdom Jesus by Cynthia Bourgeault. Cotact Joanne Olson-Biglieri (268-4323) for details.

]Men’s Breakfast Men’s Breakfast meets each Wednesday (6:30-7:30 a.m.) at Bob Evans. Join us as we study The Irresistible Revolution by Shane Claiborne. Questions? Call Shawn Caudill (219-1249).

]Second Creations “Second Creations” art group meets each Wednesday from 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. in room 204. This is a non-instructional group of men and women working on individual arts/craft projects.

]Beth Wachs Monday Circle The Monday Beth Wachs Circle will meet Monday, December 9 at 1:00 p.m., in the Fellowship Hall. Join us for dessert followed by bible study.

]Prayer Shawl Ministry We meet the third Tuesday of the month at 12:30 pm in Room 201a. If you would like a prayer shawl for a congregation member or yourself, contact our Parish Nurse, Jackie Graves (254-7768), Bobbie Brown (kybrowns10@gmail.com) or Kathy Blomquist (blomquist2@aol.com). ]Second Book Club Second Book Club will meet Tuesday, December 3, at 7:00 pm to study Wolf Hall by Hilary Mandel in the Campbell Room to study Contact Bob Boldrey (263-4699) for more information.

Sunday, December 1 3:00 p.m. Advent Workshop (FH) 5:30 p.m. Chili Supper (FH) Monday, December 2 7:00 p.m. Archives Meeting (Campbell Room) Tuesday, December 3 7:00 p.m. Book Group (Campbell Room) Wednesday, December 4 6:30 a.m. Men’s Breakfast (Bob Evans) 10:00 a.m. Second Creations (204) 6:30 p.m. Handbell Rehearsal (201) Thursday, December 5 7:30 p.m. Covenant Choir Rehearsal (Chapel) Friday, December 6 1:00 p.m. Second Movies (Youth Room) Saturday, December 7 9:00 a.m. Saturday Book Group (Gathering Place) 7:00 p.m. Youth Lock In Sunday, December 8 9:30 a.m. SERRV Fair (Gathering Place) 12:15 p.m. Grief Support Session (Campbell Room) Monday, December 9 1:00 p.m. Beth Wachs Circle (Fellowship Hall) 4:00 p.m. Adult Education Meeting (204) 7:00 p.m. Mission Committee (Campbell Room) Wednesday, December 11 6:30 a.m. Men’s Breakfast (Bob Evans) 10:00 a.m. Second Creations (204) 12:00 p.m. Second Halfters Lunch (Forum) 6:00 p.m. Kids for the Kingdom Pageant (Sanctuary) 6:30 p.m. Handbell Rehearsal (201) Thursday, December 12 7:30 p.m. Covenant Choir Rehearsal (Chapel) Saturday, December 14 9:00 a.m. Saturday Book Group (Gathering Place) Sunday, December 15 12:15 p.m. Session/Deacons Joint Lunch (Forum) 5:30 p.m. Live Nativity Tuesday, December 17 12:30 p.m. Prayer Shawl Ministry (201a) Wednesday, December 18 6:30 a.m. Men’s Breakfast (Bob Evans) 10:00 a.m. Second Creations (204) 6:30 p.m. Handbell Rehearsal (201) 7:00 p.m. Open Arms (202) Thursday, December 19 7:30 p.m. Covenant Choir Rehearsal (Chapel) Saturday, December 21 9:00 a.m. Saturday Book Group (Gathering Place) Sunday, December 22 5:30 p.m. Youth Group Event Tuesday, December 24 (Christmas Eve) 5:00 p.m. Family Worship 8:00 p.m. Candlelight Worship 10:00 p.m. Candlelight Worship (with communion) Wednesday, December 25 (Christmas Day) Thursday, December 26 (Office Closed) Sunday, December 29 11:00 a.m. One Service Only (No Church School)

SMALL GROUP NEWS

SECOND E-SHARING The next issue of Second Sharing will be mailed on January 22, 2014 and emailed to those who are signed up to receive Second E-Sharing. The electronic version can be seen on our website at www.2preslex.org.

BREAKAWAY 2014 Interested in getting away with fellow Second Presbyterians, having a wonderful time of fellowship and worship away from the day to day of life in the city? Mark your calendars now for March 7-9 for Breakaway

2014 at Shakertown. We are still in the planning stages and hope to come up with some ideas for the whole family. We will update you on those plans as they develop. Questions? Comments? Please call or email Erin Rouse (254-7768 or erinr@2preslex.org).

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HABITAT HOUSE DEDICATION Second Presbyterian, as a member of the Coalition of the Willing (7 downtown churches), completed construction on the house at 359 E. Second Street. The house is for a family from The Republic of Congo in Africa. The mother's name is Alimata Kumbakisaka. Her son's name is Dieudonne (Dee) and her daughter's name is Marlene. Special thanks to Bill Maloney and the many volunteers for making their dreams of owning a home come true!